David Sheppard

David Sheppard was born in Chicago, Illinois. He has experience serving in the U.S. Navy. His career experience includes working as a chief of police.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Welcome, my name is David Sheppard. I'm a father, son, and husband. I love my family and I love this great state, Illinois. As a veteran, I served the United States in the Navy. In Illinois, I served my Community as a Police Officer for almost three decades. I now want to serve Illinois as your next State Representative in the 36th District. When I am elected, I will serve every Illinois resident, regardless of race, religion, or political party. We all love our children and family. Our neighbors and friends. We have seen too many of them flee this state after the governor shutdown this state, causing businesses to fail and residents to lose their jobs and homes. As a Police Officer, I have seen what crime has done to our families and communities. It’s time for leadership that will not criminalize Police work, but instead hold criminals accountable for their actions. I will create civil and criminal liabilities for those who release dangerous criminals, only for them to later commit murder and other hideous crimes. We need to combat the criminals and take back our streets.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I plan to reduce crime and support our policei plan to fight for the preservation of parental rightsi plan to expand mental health research

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

All areas but mostly restoring Illinois back to the great state it once was by utilizing the Voice of the People.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To remember they work for the people.

What legacy would you like to leave?

To see Illinois as a better state for my child and grandchildren.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

McDonalds.

3 years

What is your favorite book? Why?

Any title by Robin Cook

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

James Bond 007

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Happy Birthday...lol

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Sitting still and watching things go from bad to worst.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Sometime, but only when the compromise will benefit the greater good.